Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
erectum
ID:
859826

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam.) Desv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Nouv. Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris 2: 190 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000859161



Common Names

  • Chascolytrum erectum
  • Erect Chascolytrum
  • Upright Chascolytrum


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Description

Chascolytrum erectum (also called Erect Bristlegrass, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. It grows in meadows, pastures, and other open habitats. It has narrow, linear leaves and its stems are covered with short, bristly hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Chascolytrum erectum is used in the landscape as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chascolytrum erectum is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chascolytrum erectum can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. The rhizomes should be divided in spring and replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a partially shaded area.

Where to Find Chascolytrum erectum

Chascolytrum erectum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.

Chascolytrum erectum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Chascolytrum erectum?

Chascolytrum erectum

What is the common name of Chascolytrum erectum?

Erect Bristle Grass

What is the natural habitat of Chascolytrum erectum?

Grassy areas, roadsides, and disturbed sites

Species in the Poaceae family

Achnatherum pekinense, Achnatherum pubicalyx, Achnatherum sibiricum, Achnatherum turcomanicum, Achnatherum brandisii, Achnatherum bromoides, Achnatherum calamagrostis, Achnatherum confusum, Achnatherum inebrians, Achnatherum jacquemontii, Achnatherum virescens, Achnatherum paradoxum, Achnatherum nakaii, Achnatherum pelliotii, Achnatherum haussknechtii, Achnatherum mandavillei, Achnatherum pilosum, Achnatherum parviflorum, Achnatherum staintonii, Aciachne acicularis, Aciachne flagellifera, Aciachne pulvinata, Acidosasa breviclavata, Acidosasa brilletii, Acidosasa chinensis, Acidosasa edulis, Acidosasa glauca, Acidosasa guangxiensis, Acidosasa lingchuanensis, Acidosasa nanunica, Acidosasa notata, Acidosasa purpurea, Acidosasa venusta, Acidosasa carinata, Acostia gracilis, Acrachne henrardiana, Acrachne perrieri, Acrachne racemosa, Acritochaete volkensii, Acroceras amplectens, Acroceras attenuatum, Acroceras boivinii, Acroceras bosseri, Acroceras calcicola, Acroceras chaseae, Acroceras diffusum, Acroceras elegans, Acroceras excavatum, Acroceras fluminense, Acroceras gabunense,

References

Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:395657-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].